Dal Medicine Cookbook: The Secret Hidden Healing Power of Herbs & Spices by Roli - Non Fiction - Paperback

Details. Condition: Brand New. Format: Paperback. ISBN-13: 9788193860885. Publisher: Roli Books. Overview. Dal Medicine Cookbook: The Secret Hidden Healing Power of Herbs & Spices celebrates dal, India's most versatile and beloved staple, alongside the herbs and spices that have flavoured Indian kitchens for generations. Packed with over 70 nourishing recipes, this brand new paperback pairs comforting home-style cooking with insights into the health benefits of everyday ingredients, from weight management to cholesterol control. It's an ideal gift for foodies, home cooks, and anyone curious about the wellness traditions behind Indian cuisine.. About the Book. Dal is far more than a simple lentil dish in Indian households; it forms the very essence of what Indians across the country consider home-cooked comfort food, whether that's a rich Dal Makhni or a light, simple Rasam. This carefully curated cookbook explores that heritage in depth, presenting over 70 dal-based dishes and accompaniments that showcase the ingredient's remarkable versatility. Recipes range from hearty curries and breads to rice dishes, meats, quick bites, and tasty side dishes, giving readers a comprehensive tour of how dal can transform any meal. Beyond the recipes, the book highlights the health properties of dal and the herbs and spices traditionally used alongside it, covering weight management, cholesterol control, detoxification, and overall wellbeing. Each recipe is written to be easy to follow, making the book approachable for confident home cooks and newcomers to Indian cuisine alike. Whether you want to recreate authentic dal dishes from scratch or simply understand the nutritional wisdom behind India's most versatile food, this cookbook offers a warm, informative, practical guide and a thoughtful addition to any kitchen shelf.. Over 70 dal-based recipes covering curries, breads, rice dishes, meats and snacks. Explores the health benefits of dal, herbs and spices, including weight manag